OFS Jen
Hey everyone! My name is Jen. I would like to give you a background on what I do here at OFS, what inspires me, and what my goals are for my dream career as a fashion designer. I love hearing…
How to Make Pleated Curtains with Pleat Tape & Hooks
If you want a traditional look for your curtains, pinch pleats, also known as French pleats, are a great option. They may look intimidating, but using pleater tape and hooks makes this project simple for sewers of any level. You…
How to Make Rod Pocket Curtains
Rod pocket curtains are the easiest and quickest style of curtain to make. It’s simply a panel of fabric with a tube at the top for the curtain rod. For sewers of all levels, rod pocket curtains are an easy…
How to Make Lined Back Tab Curtains
Making your own custom curtains with the drapery fabric of your choice is a great option and surprisingly easy. Back tab curtains hang from tabs hidden on the back of the curtain panel. They have a seamless look, top to…
Bridesmaid Dresses Follow Up
Back in July, I wrote a blog post about custom bridesmaid dresses. In that post, I talk about how I was using glitz sequins to make bridesmaid dresses for a wedding in November. Well, the wedding was this past weekend…
DIY Cosmetic Bag & Brush Holder
This DIY tutorial will teach you how to make your own cosmetic bag and brush holder out of oilcloth fabric and ribbon. It’s an average size and has an easy design making it simple to sew and construct. The…
DIY Baby Blanket with Minky
Baby blankets are great for beginner sewers and make awesome gifts. This baby blanket has two sides with a fold over border, and is super soft thanks to the minky fabric. Watch the tutorial below to learn how to make…
DIY Cell Phone Wristlet
At concerts and other events, or even just running errands, I found myself constantly wanting to ditch my large handbag in favor of something that would just carry the essentials like my cell phone, a credit card, ID and maybe…
DIY High Low Tunic Tutorial
Tunics are a great and easy item of clothing to own because they can be dressy (depending on the fabric) or casual. You can pair them with leggings, jeans, boots, sandals, and….pretty much anything. This tunic that I’ve designed and created…
DIY Fabric Storage Bin Tutorial
In this tutorial, I’m making a storage bin made out of fabric and cardboard, with an optional chalkcloth label. I’m using a Premier Prints décor fabric for the outside and broadcloth as the lining. This bin is perfect for storing…
